Des Neil

Experience

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  Schlumberger Technologies

  Aug 1978 - Apr 1986

  Wireline operator
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  SLB

  Jun 1989 - Nov 2010

  Based in Abu Dhabi & reporting directly to the Operations support Manager for Middle East and Asia and the training manager at the centre my responsibilities are split into two key rolesTo deliver training to Field Engineers and Operators on Basic Equipment both theory & practical in the training centre and on locationResponsible for the reduction of service quality issues directly involving basic equipment within business area.To visit locations within the Middle East and Asia business area, deliver specialist training and perform compliance audits Assess and coach in the Injury prevention program all wireline staff and new hires within the business segment either at the training centre or if needed at the locations during visits in support of the QHSE team. Show less Wireline Segment Various GeomarketsI entered the company as a trainee wireline operator and progressed through training over a period of ten years to work as engineer in charge for a workover and pipe recovery sub segment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. My duties and responsibilities were typical in all the positions I held my exposure to operations included:Wireline open and cased hole operations Production logging with high pressure control equipment Perforating services Fishing tools Data Acquisition and interpretation Management of subordinatesRecognitionsSchlumberger Recoginised by region management and personally selected to create and develop training required for new Wireline operators and Engineers, which I then delivered throughout the Middle East and Asia Recognized by senior management for detailed Emergency Response Plan created for Schlumberger Learning CenterRecognized for achievements in environmental plan development Recognized for my contributions to multi segments QHSE Managements systems compliance audits. Professional Development; Train the Trainer Injury Prevention (SME) TrainerHazard Analysis & Risk Control (SME)Pressure Control Level ***Mechanical Lifting (SME) Show less Wireline Segment Various GeomarketsI entered the company as a trainee wireline operator and progressed through training over a period of ten years to work as engineer in charge for a workover and pipe recovery sub segment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. My duties and responsibilities were typical in all the positions I held my exposure to operations included:Wireline open and cased hole operations Production logging with high pressure control equipment Perforating services Fishing tools Data Acquisition and interpretation Management of subordinatesSchlumberger Recoginised by region management and personally selected to create and develop training required for new Wireline operators and Engineers, which I then delivered throughout the Middle East and Asia Recognized by senior management for detailed Emergency Response Plan created for Schlumberger Learning CenterRecognized for achievements in environmental plan development Recognized for my contributions to multi segments QHSE Managements systems compliance audits. Show less

  • HSE Coordinator

    Mar 2009 - Nov 2010

  • Auditor

    Nov 2007 - Nov 2010

  • Wireline

    Jan 1978 - Jan 2010

  • HSE Cordinator/Trainer

    Jan 1978 - Jan 2007

  • Cased Hole/production specialist

    Jan 1978 - Jan 2007

  • Production services technician

    Jun 1989 - May 1995
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  Spm flow control

  Apr 2000 - Apr 2004

  Sales & service engineer/NDT inspector
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  Weir SPM

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  NDT Inspector
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  Middle East Learning Center

  Aug 2009 - Nov 2010

  HSE Coordinator/Trainer

  Working along with QHSE manager in one of Schlumberger's regional training centers with 130 staff members and averaging 400 students per day my duties and responsibilities were: Establishing, maintaining, implementing and improving the Learning Center QHSE Management SystemDefining QHSE objectivesLiaising with clients, third party subcontractors and agencies regarding QHSEAssessing the local risksCoordinates and actively participates in the screening and training of all personnel, including subcontractorsContinuous improvement for facilities compliance to companies policies and standardsDocumenting Hazard Analysis and Risk Controls for Mechanical Lifting, Driving, Security and Injury Prevention Show less

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  Guardian

  Mar 2011 - Sept 2011

  Training & Commissioning Engineer
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  READ Well Services Ltd

  Sept 2011 - Mar 2012

  Technical Training & Development Specialist

  To develop a structured & sustainable competency & development plan across all disciplines within the company and to implement these plans

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  READ Cased Hole

  Mar 2012 - Oct 2014

  HSE/Training Manager

  Develop manage and maintain the Company HSE systems and policies, ensuring compliance to required standards, such asISO 9001, BS OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001.Ensuring all contractual, Company and local authority requirements for HSE are complied with.Verifying the implementation and operation of HSE systems, by planning and conducting internal audits.Liaise with client’s representatives, to ensure that all potential and actual HSE incidents (incident reports) are resolved to the client’s satisfaction.Conduct Risk & COSHH assessments. Conduct accident and incident investigations.Maintain accident statistics and HSE performance indicators and identify any trends. Promote safety awareness and develop and deliver safety training.Prepare HSE reports for senior management team including CEO. Technical Training: Develop and design competency development plans across the whole company. Prepare training materials.Deliver structured training courses for all staff.Ensure measures in place to assess competency level of all staff throughout training and to feedback progress to staff and relevant supervisors/managers. Show less

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  Zilift Ltd

  Oct 2014 - Jul 2015

  QHSE Manager

  • Continue the development of an effective, fit for purpose HSE Management System based on the principles of BS_OHSAS 18001/ISO 14001 (and subsequent maintenance and improvement of system)• Implement an effective, fit for purpose Quality Management System based on the principles of ISO 9001 (and subsequent maintenance and improvement of system)• Develop and foster a proactive QHSE culture at Zilift through employee engagement and training  the main focal point for company Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental issues.• Training and Mentoring Employees and Safety Coordinators as required• Involvement and/or leadership in QHSE Incident (or Near-Miss) Investigations• Reporting of QHSE performance to management, and statutory incident reporting as required• Conduct Risk & COSHH assessments. Conduct accident and incident investigations.• Maintain accident statistics and HSE performance indicators and identify any trends.• Deliver structured training courses for all staff.• Ensure measures in place to assess competency level of all staff throughout training and to feedback progress to staff and relevant supervisors/managers. Show less

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  Underwater Cutting Solutions

  Jun 2018 - Feb 2021

  QHSE Manager

  Underwater Cutting Solutions (UCS) are a leading offshore contractor specialising in the cutting of submarine and topside pipelines and structures using a range of purpose designed tools and techniques.My Objectives for this role:Lead CE Marking project for all UCS equipmentLead Transition from BS_OHSAS 18001: 2008 – ISO 45001 which I successfully completed in May 2019.Main Roles & Responsibilities?To provide technical & practical support to management / staff in determining and implementation of safe systems of work. * To be proactive in accident / incident prevention, the investigation and reporting of accidents & incidents * To manage and create yearly audit plan / carry out Internal Audits audit programmes for the Company* Host as required third party QHSE and Compliance audits * Vet suitability of supplier & subcontractors used and monitor / audit their performance. * Deliver QHSE training and briefing material to staff as required * Monitor and report on statutory compliance throughout the company* Provide input to tender submissions and participate in tender presentations, as required * Monitor and coordinate QHSE & Compliance related training across the contract * Generate risk assessments, PUWER Assessments, COSHH Assessments, LOLER Lift Plans, method statements, QHSE plans and Local Work Instructions, as required * Document and Data Control* Collate/comment/and make actions with regards to Key Performance Indicators* Aid in determining training requirements and competency reviews.* Calibration control* Monitor and Update Quality Records* Deal with Customer Complaints – failure investigations and reports* Ensure a Continual Improvement attitude is applied and look to continually improve all aspects of the company management systems and processes.* Creating Documentation Packs in line with customer specification Show less

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  None

  Feb 2021 - Nov 2021

  Unemployed

  I am actively seeking new opportunites

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  Exterran

  Oct 2021 - Nov 2022

  Project HSSE Manager
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  Enerflex Ltd.

  Nov 2022 - Oct 2023

  Project HSSE Manager
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  Sensia Global

  Oct 2023 - now

  Uk Senior HSE Advisor